INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Job Description and Duties Under direction of the IT Supervisor II who manages the Web Services Unit, the incumbent performs analytical and technical duties related to maintenance of CalRecycle-managed Internet and intranet sites and other web-related services. This involves working in close consultation with many program groups and the Office of Public Affairs to analyze and process their requests to add or modify web content. The incumbent must use their expertise and judgment to ensure the content is incorporated consistently with existing content, as well as implementing federal, state, departmental, and industry standards relating to web site usability, security, and accessibility. Implementing content requests includes using web applicable language skills such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other tools for enhancing website functionality. Duties of this position fall primarily under the Business Technology Management, Project Management, and Client Services domains. As of July 1st, 2026, the position is office-centered, and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarter location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA HRC0005586 & Position # 835-365-1402-002 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position. Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: • Education and experience in website management and content maintenance including developing, editing and publishing web content. • Experience in SharePoint site maintenance and development • Knowledge of web accessibility requirements and best practices • Accessibility remediation experience • Project management education and experience • Software testing and/or quality assurance experience • Quality application materials (no misspelled words/grammatical errors/résumé/complete application) Statement of Qualifications Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered for this position. SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, and no smaller than 12-point font. • Demonstrated experience in website content maintenance. Including developing, editing and publishing web content. • Demonstrated experience in accessibility and user experience considerations. • Experience with SharePoint Online and/or Power Platform. • Computer training for non-technical users. Please note Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover lettters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Responses must be numbered and submitted in the same order. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.